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ophie has developed her own way of printmaking. Often inspired by the natural landscape, she loves to travel. Her recent trip to India has inspired her most recent prints, which she made whilst Artist in Residence at Chhaap Printmaking Studios in Gujurat. more info: sophie-rae.com
We’re glad to say It’s the usual story here at Hamilton House with a ton of new events happening throughout April. It’s so packed in fact it was a struggle to fit them into the listings page this month! There is definitely an air of excitement about the events space of late due to the wonderful overhall it’s had, (as well as the partnership between coexist & coresist - and yes the similar name was intentional!)
A big event coming up is TIM ‘MAC’ MACARTNEY: A Line in the Sand. We’re privilaged to have such a knowledgeable speaker here in the building and reckon it’s going to be a really popular event so you’ll most probably find yourself fighting over places.
There are also two film screenings set up by Coresist ‘Chasing Ice’ & ‘Vanishing of the Bees’ “An essential documentary…If you like eating, see this film.” - Channel 4
- enjoy
Welcome to the Hamilton House programme. Within these walls we support workspaces for over 200 creative practitioners, artists, designers, social enterprises and small businesses. We also provide community space for people to create, interact, learn, move and play. This space is constantly evolving, a grass roots project growing to suit the needs of the community it was set up to support. It inspires me every day I’m here and hope it inspires you too...
Surf hamiltonhouse.org Call for info on 0117 924 9599 Email info@coexistuk.org Matt Deegan Visit Hamilton House, 80 Stokes Croft, - Editor Bristol, BS1 3QY
(reception is open 9-9pm Mon to Fri & 9-5pm on Sat)
Join us on Facebook and Twitter @ CoexistCIC
If you’re interested in volunteering and contributing to the overall
Sophie’s artwork is on development of Coexist, email: reception@coexistuk.org display in the Canteen gallery
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The Coexist Community Kitchen A Veritable Feast - Tankards Of Thanks
nly a couple of weeks ago we were swept back to a time of feudal O landlords and peasant revolutions and found ourselves feasting in the middle of an old ramshackle tavern! We turned our beloved Coexist Community Kitchen, and the next door events space into an amazing rustic old barn, even going so far as a borrowing an old hand held cart, rusty milk churns and covering the floor with sawdust (which proved slightly less exciting the next morning during clean up!).
he night started off with a Buttered Beer, a delicious T drink concocted by The Star & Dove and derived from a sweetend beer recipe taken from a ye olde cook book called ‘The Accomplisht Cook, 1660’. Whilst people were relishing their welcome drink, the musicians Fiona Barrow and Edward Jay propped up our newly built, shabby chic bar in the corner, playing mesmirizing folk music from their fiddle and accordion. We tucked into four delicious courses of food laced with surprise tasters along the way. The meal kicked off with ‘textured’ beetroot, chicory, walnuts & ewe’s curd salad, then a ‘fryed’ Cornish mullet in a claret sauce with anchovies & ginger. The feast continued with braised ox cheek, smoked bone marrow & celeriac puree, culminating with peanut & chocolate parfait and coffee - yum! The vegetarians among us were not disappointed and their taste buds were regaled with many a sensation.
he event sold out, raising over T £1500 for the outreach work the Coexist Community Kitchen do with The Bristol
Drugs Project (BDP) and the proceeds from the event went to fund the courses the Kitchen run with a fabulous group of BDP’s clients. t was all made possible by the massive support of Ihelping City of Bristol College and the many wonderful, hands, including the amazing chefs; Josh Eggleton from The Pony & Trap, Chris Wicks of Bell’s Diner and the team from The Star and Dove.
To hire the space contact bookings@coexistuk.org To book a class or find out more about upcoming events & volunteer opportunities contact food@coexistuk.org
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Make 2014 your year of wellbeing in the workplace! he Community Conscious team now offer T tailored packages of on-site complementary therapies (including massage, yoga and mindfulness) for businesses to support staff wellbeing and subsidise the cost of treatments for disadvantaged groups.
To find out how a preventative approach to health can benefit your business and your work-force, book your free introduction to our service today! Manage stress, increase productivity and engagement in the workplace, reduce staff sickness and fulfill your corporate social responsibility.
(if you spend ÂŁ60 or more)
10% off repairs
Ask in store for details
For more information about this clinic: www.communityconscious.org | communityconscious@coexistuk.org
bike strip sundays Alternate sundays from 5pm to 7.30 pm Come and help us strip down and disassemble the bicycles that are donated to us that are beyond repair. We will keep all of the parts that can be reused to build and fix up other bikes.
DONATE YOUR UNWANTED BICYCLE! Have you got a bike collecting dust in your shed? Then why not bring it along to the project where we will find it a good home?
It’s the perfect session for people to get to grips with how a bicycle works and our friendly mechanics will be on hand to offer you guidance and advice. If you would like to volunteer with us but feel you need some basic skills, this is a great place to start. We have plenty of volunteering opportunities throughout the week, check the website for more details. open Mon to Fri 9am - 5.30pm
07983 417231
Hamilton House, 80 Stokes Croft, BS1 3QY
thebristolbikeproject@gmail.com
WWW.THEBRISTOLBIKEPROJECT.ORG
The Bristol Bike Project is a registered Community Interest Company 07579755
The Canteen 80 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3QY
FANTASTIC, DELICIOUS LOCALLY SOURCED FOOD SERVED DAILY... FRI-SAT-SUN 10:00-15:00 & 17:00-21:00 MON-THU 10:00-15:00 & 17:00-22:00 THE FINEST LIVE MUSIC FROM AROUND THE GLOBE EVERY NIGHT OF THE WEEK... MON-THU 9:30-23:30 FRI-SAT BANDS & DJS FROM 9:30-01:00 SUN LIVE MUSIC FROM 16:00-18:00
To Book a Table Call: 01179232017 or Email: bookings@canteenbristol.co.uk www.canteenbristol.co.uk
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Tue The Slow Revolt: Very interesting visitor, this one, and a solo offshoot of experimental electronica outfit The Feral Text with the band’s vocalist/guitarist buildingbroken 1 collages and twinkling mixmash soundscapes from all kinds of soundscraps. Wed 2 Thur 3 Fri 4 Sat 5
The Play: If you know about the Zen Hussies, Bartoune, Freight, or Dakhla then you’ll need no persuading to check out this four-strong team of familiar faces.
Shambolique: Jaunty foursome of Gypsyfunk troubadours with amiable wit in their words and sizzle in their fingertips, not least the live wire Miss Zing and her vivid violin. Kirris Riviere + Blind Bat: Kirris is soaked in the blues of B.B.King, Buddy Guy and other greats of the Chicago style. He’s got a rocking band, too!
Ewan Hoozami: one-man electro-producer whose dab hand with the MPC perfectly matches his smart way with words. He calls it Robot Soul but there’s no doubting his heart’s in it.
Sun Bucucrasu + B-Sides: In the parlance of good old N’Awlins it means ‘plenty filthy’ and that applies nicely, whether it’s Kesty Morrison’s sleazy vocals, Eric Arthur’s barrel-house 6 piano or the whole backstreet boogie sound. Mon Twelve months Of Summer: Monthly showcase of the best acts from the acoustic 7 scene pulled together by the sparkling Miss Rosina Buck (who is one such herself). Tue Louise Latham: Some singer-songwriters catch an epic sound in simple music. the soulful 8 anthems of beautifully-voiced Louise Latham’s debut album ‘Reclaimed’ is a text-book example. Wed Lori Campbell: The music of sometime ‘part time waitress and songstress’ Lori Campbell’s music is packed full of ideas and wit yet slides effortlessly into the ear in a very pleasing way. 9 Thur Sam Green & The Midnight Heist: This ridiculously good lap-steel guitar player rolls out his own contemporary folk songs of freewheeling wisdom interspersed with classic 10 blues tunes and a rocking band. Fri 11
The 45s + Diss Miss:
Breezy as anything rock and soul covers band with the fresh honesty of a Nuggets-era beat combo and the considerable advantage of Mr Bobby Anderson on guitar, vocals and all round charisma.
Sat Wormfood Ft. Rags Rudi + Wobby + Ali Baba: Here’s a proper East End knees-up fuelled by ska, hip-hop and a proper sense of fun. Check out the root in’ tootin’ 12 trumpet on their dubbed up version of the Tetris theme! Sun 13
Dubl Handl + B-Sides: Straight outta Brooklyn, apparently, but this fine acoustic duo really belong on an Appalachian back porch a-picking on the ol’ banjo and scrubbing the washboard that gave them their name. Listen carefully enough, however, and you’ll hear an urban edge in that snappy percussion.
Mon Canteen Jazz Session: An open jazz jam session for seasoned players to join the 14 house trio and others in exploring classic jazz & latin tunes. Tue Matt Woosey: Like the blues? Proper blues, mind, bashed out on a guitar with moanin’ and 15 howlin’ and all that razmataz? Matt Woosey’s your man, then, or maybe your mannish boy. Wed Albert Jones: he writes a good song and he picks a fair guitar too. Another bright talent 16 with a knapsack full of stories from the ever-fertile Cornish acoustic scene .
FREE ENTRY - BUT PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY TO THE MUSIC BUCKET! LIVE MUSIC MON-THURS 9:30 -11:30PM | FRI & SAT BANDS & DJS FROM 9:30-1:00AM | SUN LIVE MUSIC 4:00-6:00PM
Thur Niyi & Co: Rolling African rhythms, lazy jazz guitar and bass make a soulful setting for Niyi’s 17 socially aware lyrics, declaimed in a manner somewhere between Fela Kuti and Gil Scott Heron. Fri Ushti Baba + Alex Scott: They took their name from a Macedonian wedding dance tune, 18 they have violin and accordion in the acoustic line-up but with a beatbox in the sound,
Sat Smiley & The Underclass + Throwback Radio (Passion): Echoing the rebellious call to arms of The Clash and Dylan, infused with the bass-heavy vibrations of 19 Jamaican sound system culture, Smiley sings the revolution blues with a burning fire.
Sun Kit Hawes + B-Sides: Phenomenal guitarist with folk, jazz and contemporary music at his fingertips and a fine sense of what’s properly musical. Kit’s solo acoustic shows are a must 20 for lovers of fine fretwork. Mon Leonie Evans Blues Session: Lovely-voiced vocalist from Rae and Good Biscuits 21 hosts her own blues session with familiar faces in tow. Tue Dromedary: This mysterious coming together of Richard ‘Velvet Chestnut’ Hughes, lost troubadour from a deserted circus, and Hungarian percussionist Adam Pettick conjures up the 22 drifting smoke of carousing campfires. Wed Bartoune: this lot build a uniquely jaunty swing sound, blending originality with a fine 23 sense of musical heritage. the results are great entertainment. Thur Flats & Sharps: Absolutely dazzling bluegrass foursome from Penzance who rapidly rose from street corner busking to the Albert Hall - for the 2012 Schools Prom (which gives you a 24 clue as to their ages). How did they get so good? Pasties?
Fri Gypsy Fever: they’re very stylish Cabaret Gypsies, this lot, with a cool electroswing sound and Andrews sisters vocals when they want to. Then again, sometimes it’s just pure 25 Madness, or maybe a Serbian love ballad. It’s all very good. Sat Dirty Gentlemen: Swamp-tinged R’n’B from the bayous of Louisiana (via North London) given the full 9-piece boogaloo treatment and fronted by enthusiastic singer-guitarist George 26 Cooper. Sun 27
Truffle Shack + B-Sides:
Here’s the kind of musicianship you won’t see every day, brewed up in a Cotswold shack from Pete Rosser’s accordion and Misha Law’s violin and vocals. Irish jigs, tango tunes, folksy ballads and Balkan mayhem all get the pin drop sharp treatment with as much swing as they can handle.
Mon Canteen Jazz Session: An open jazz jam session for seasoned players to join the 28 house trio and others in exploring classic jazz & latin tunes.
Tue 29
Whiskey Moonface: It’s a talented band that can slip from sleazy cabaret schmaltz
to nifty folksy jiggery and still muster a sweet ballad but this lot do all of the above and more. The jewel in their crown, however, is the astonishing voice and exuberant personality of singer-accordionist Louisa Jones, a Brechtian Unthank from somewhere mysterious.
Wed Nasrudin: The original Nasrudin was a spellbinding storyteller and this super quintet of well-known Bath folkies tell their own captivating tales in beautiful arrangements of tunes 30 from the Middle East and Central Europe. Design by www.danchernett.com
what’s on this month
Full Power Masala 1st Apr, 6-9pm, £30 Learn fundamental Indian cooking techniques, masala blends and authentic dishes. In this workshop we will be preparing a delicious vegetarian Indian meal and learning techniques that can be applied to a wide range of Indian dishes. All ingredients are included More info: Cori/Ari: 0117 915 4831 | cori@coexistuk.org TIM ‘MAC’ MACARTNEY: A Line in the Sand 1st April, 7.45-9.30pm, £donation Unseen by many, a line is being drawn in the sand. Our world has always faced challenges and many people have stepped forward to address them. Some we grew to love and some we find difficult even to name. Mac Macartney offers some questions, a challenge, a perspective, and some information. More info: timmacmacartney.co.uk
Sugar & Spice , All Things Jolly Nice 3rd April, 6-9pm, £30
Learn and build on the baking basics to add a selection of deliciously sweet desserts. led by award winning Harriet’s Jolly Nice… chef, Harriet Wilson. More info: Cori/Ari: 0117 915 4831 | cori@coexistuk.org
Chasing Ice film screening + q&a 4th April, 7-10pm, £5/Donation
Dubbed ‘a beautiful and yet terrifying meditation on the end of the world’, Chasing Ice captures the enthralling imagery of our polar ice caps melting away. More info: info@CoResist.org | coresist.org/events.html
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Introduction to Permaculture 5-6th April, 10-5pm, £70/100 Whether designing a community garden, or your urban window ledge, the principles of permaculture can guide you in your journey to a truly sustainable lifestyle. More info: 07789 147545 | hello@permanentcultures.com Beshara – Religion vs. Spirituality 12th April 2-5pm, FREE/£5 An exploration of how clinging to the norms of religion and morality can conflict with realising ‘the way things are’, as expressed by Ibn ‘Arabi. More info: bristolbeshara@outlook.com | beshara.org Introduction to Needle Felting 12th April, 2.30-4.30, £20 Learn the basic techniques of needle felting and make your own needle felt animal from wool. All you need to begin a fun new hobby. Materials provided. More info: apulinadaisy@gmail.com | facebook.com/Apulinashop Exploring Nature Through Paint & Print 19th April, 11-1pm, £12 In four 30 minute activities, we will experiment with ink, paint and lino printing to create a series of pieces inspired by nature. More info: k_baker29@outlook.com
Vanishing of the Bees Film Screening + Q&A 24th April, 7-10pm Vanishing of the Bees (2012, Documentary); directed by George Langworthy and Maryam Henein, narrated by Ellen Page. Cert. U; Runtime: 72 mins. More info: CoResist.org/events | info@CoResist.org
The Ramshackle Tabernacle 25th April, 8pm-1am There’ll be funky music, enchanting stories and fabulous costumes. Max and his fine friends will sing their hearts out as you drink the bar dry! More info: CoResist.org/events | info@CoResist.org RSA Ideas Cafe 30th April, 7-9pm, FREE This event gives people the opportunity to pitch local projects, receive feedback and potentially get volunteers. More info: eventbrite.co.uk/rsa-ideas-cafe | Lou Matter 07771825253 Mindfulness Course Thursdays (1st May-19th June), 11am-1pm, £225 Trained with the Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice, Bangor University, we teach the 8 week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course. More info: beingmindful.me |start@beingmindful.me
a timetable of events, workshops & exhibitions
Springing Alive 24th April, 6-9pm, £30 Using foraged and home grown ingredients you’ll create a truly local, tasty and nutritious meal. More info: Cori/Ari: 0117 915 4831 | cori@coexistuk.org
Low Cost Wednesdays
12-8pm every week @ Wellbeing For all those who are on a low income and need some healing help...
Come & see one of our experienced therapists £20-£30 per hour dependent upon income. Book early to avoid disappointment!
is a collective of complementary therapists in the heart of Stokes Croft. Please ring reception for more information: 0117 924 9599 (or check out our website)
wellbeing.coexistuk.org
the Wellbeing Therapy centre has the answer.
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Hatha Yoga 12-1pm learn to meditate effectively 1-2pm Sports/deep tissue Massage 3-6pm morning chorus 5-6.30pm counselling 5.30-9.30pm Intermediate African Dance 6.30-8pm Hatha Yoga 7.30-9pm five Rhythms Dance 8-10pm Global Improv. Bellydance 8:15-9:15pm Tribal Fusion Belly Dance 9.30-10.30pm
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fix-a-bike 10am-5pm Low Cost Healing 12-8pm hatha flow yoga 1-2pm original spinners kids 4.15-5.15pm scaravelli yoga 5-6pm Drumming 6-8pm Beginners Tango 7-8pm spanish classes 7.30-9pm Salsa 8-10pm hula hooping 8.15-9.15pm
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counselling 10-1 / 3-6pm earn-a-bike 10.30 / 2pm Tensegrity Practice Group 12-1pm Bengali Massage 2-9.30pm Kid’s Capoeira 4.30-5.30pm Bristol health choir 5.45-7.15
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Bengali Massage 2-5pm bellyfit 5.45-6.45pm womens bike night 6-9pm spanish classes (advanced) 6-7.30pm Beginners African Dance 6.30-8pm reflexology 6.30-9.30pm chakra meditation (every other mon) 7-8pm lgbt fitness class 7-8pm no lights no lycra 7-8.30pm spanish classes 7.45-9.15pm tai chi / chi kung 8.15-9.15pm Capoeira 8.15–10.15pm
Ballates spanish french
6-7pm 6-7.30pm 6-8pm
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therapy course/class workshop booking required
at www.hamiltonhouse.org/calendar you’ll find the latest up-to-date information including descriptions, prices and contact details - or call our reception at: 0117 924 9599
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t herapies, Workshops, courses & Clas
stokes croft life drawing 6-8pm Massage, Reiki & reflexology 6.30-9.30pm Hypnotherapy 6.30-9.30pm Massage & Aromatherapy 6.30-9.30pm adult Ballet 7-8pm Contemporary Dance Class 7.30-8.30pm bike kitchen 7.30-10.30pm spanish classes 7.45-9.15pm Capoeira 8.15-10.15pm
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Shiatsu & Holistic Massage acupuncture after school bikes flamenco dance class zumba Five Rhythms Dance
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* Nia Dance 12.30-1-30pm 10am-4pm * Sunday club screenprinting* * balanced view 11.30am-12.30pm 4-7pm * contact improvisation dance
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t the heart of No Lights No Lycra (NLNL) is the belief that everyone can dance. NLNL is a global dance community providing an inclusive and non-judgmental place for people to explore this notion. NLNL brings people together to experience freedom of self-expression and joy.
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o Lights No Lycra is a dance community that started in Melbourne by unruly dance students Alice Glenn and Heidi Barrett in 2009. There is no light, no lycra, no teacher, no steps to learn, no technique, just free movement. NLNL is a space where you can completely let go, shake out the stresses of the week, and lose yourself in the music and the physicality of your body. NLNL is a daggy, non-pretentious place to completely be yourself.
Price: ÂŁ3 More info: Nathan Eize 07913987623| nolightsnolycra.com DMAC (Dance Music Arts Collective) present a range of classes including African Dance, Drumming, Belly Dance, 5 Rhythms Dance, Capoeira Angola, Yoga, Tango, Ballet & Ballates, Salsa, Zumba, Hip Hop, Pilates, Self-Defense, Meditation, Choir, Nia Dance, Flamenco and more... Each class is run by an experienced teacher who will share their love of dance and movement in a welcoming environment.
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Space For Hire
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A fully equipped events space for theatre productions, music performance and all other inspiring events. Theatre drapes, lighting and PA available on request. To start planning your event email: bookings@coexistuk.org
Providing flexible, affordable desk space on a temporary or long-term basis. A central location, inspiring view and networking opportunities. Space available from £10 per day - rates include wi-fi & tea! Facilities include printer, kitchen & communal mailbox service. For more info email: hotdesking@coexistuk.org
A large and airy exhibition / gallery space with an expansive front terrace. We welcome fine art, photography, sculpture, groups, charities and installations. Invigilated Mon to Sat. For more info email: exhibitions@coexistuk.org
From quick meetings to catered conferences Hamilton House can accommodate all your requirements. Central location, competitive prices and friendly staff. For more info email: bookings@coexistuk.org
Fully functioning newly renovated community kitchen available for hire with 4 induction hobs, 3 fan ovens, a 6 hob gas range with convection oven. Ideal for catering, workshops & training, and start-up businesses. For more info email: bookings@coexistuk.org
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Four beautiful purpose built treatment rooms to suit a wide range of therapists. If you’re a practicing therapist looking to rent a room we’d love to hear from you, please contact: wellbeing@coexistuk.org
ance Studios Two large purpose built professional dance studios with integrated sound system. Studio two also includes floor to ceiling mirrors and a sprung floor. If you’re interested in booking this space email: bookings@coexistuk.org
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Hamilton House has a variety of creative, educational, event, exhibition, meeting & studio spaces to hire throughout the year...
Four floors packed with a wide range of affordable studio / office spaces. Prices start from £55 PCM and include electricity & wi-fi. 24/7 access is available. For more info email: space@coexistuk.org